Bennett announced Sunday night that he intended to run again as the leader of the New Right party that did not cross the electoral threshold in the April 9 election.

Israeli lawmakers voted to dissolve parliament on Thursday, paving the way for a new election on Sept. 17 after veteran Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to form a government.

Without Liberman, the Right-wing parties stand at 59 seats, two below the minimum for forming a coalition.

Professor Amiram Goldblum was a former spokesperson for Peace Now and on the board of the New Israel Fund.

The correspondent continued by saying that the White House is expected to wait to reveal the political portion of the Middle East peace plan, until after Israel's second election in September 17.

The question of continued assistance was also discussed and will be determined by the National Emergency Authority over the next month.

Lapid said Blue and White was given a second chance.

"The prime minister said he was ready to throw away Liberman," he said. "I hope Gabbay shows everyone what is on his phone."